Artwork
Combats and Triumphs No. 3

Combats and Triumphs No. 3 is a print by the Renaissance artist Etienne Delaune. It dates from 1561 and is held in the collection of the Cleveland Museum of Art. Combats and Triumphs No.
- Accession no.
- 1939.627
- Credit line
- Gift of Robert Hays Gries
About this work
Overview
Combats and Triumphs No. 3 is a print created by Etienne Delaune around 1561, currently held at The Cleveland Museum of Art.
Subject & Meaning
The print depicts a complex scene with multiple figures and objects, including women with various attributes and symbols. The presence of weapons, musical instruments, and anthropomorphic objects suggests a narrative with layered meaning, rather than a straightforward representation of a battle.
Technique & Style
Delaune employed sharp lines and deep shadows to create a dramatic and dynamic effect, utilizing the chiaroscuro technique to heighten the sense of tension and energy in the scene.
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